Dynamic Reference line in tableau

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Ho to plot the reference line to a chart that shows visual according to parameter selection? I want to show average sales across regions for total in a bar chart but avg of each category in the form of the reference line.
Apr 24, 2019 in Tableau by Nithin
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Hi Nithin,

You can make the reference line dynamic using a parameter.

 Follow the below steps to make a dynamic reference line -

1. Create a bar chart with the region and average sales.

2. Add a parameter for the selection.

3. Then create a calculated field to match the parameter and calculate the aggregate that you want to use as a reference line.

Example, IF [Category] = [Cat Parameter] THEN [Sales]

                 ELSE 0

                 END

4. Add the created calculated field in Details shelf.

5. Now Add an Average reference line on the chart click on the edit line and select the calculated field.

6. Click OK.

Hope it helps you.

answered Apr 24, 2019 by Cherukuri
• 33,030 points

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